Stalagmite
Stalagmites and stalactites are made of calcium carbonate, and formed in caves by dripping water. This magnificent example is 20 cm wide and 28 cm high, a generous gift from the fa...
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Concretionary calcite
This 3.5-cm piece of calcite was found in the caves beneath Kypriotianika. Photograph by Peter B Tzannes, 2004
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Calcite thumbprint
This piece of calcite, growing on a host rock, is swirled and folded to look like a thumbprint. 11 cm high, found on the beach near Diakofti. Photograph by Peter B Tzannes, 2004
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Calcite rods
Concretionary calcite is formed by dripping water. These ‘fingers’ are similar in structure to stalactites, and range from 2 to 5 cm in length. Found near Diakofti. Photograph by P...
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Travertine
Travertine is a noncrystalline form of calcite, opaque, massive, and colorful. It is formed during the evaporation of water. This piece was found near Diakofti. 9.5 cm. Photograph...
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